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	Turkish Van - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		The Turkish Van (Turkish: Van Kedisi, in Armenian: Վանա կատու) (also known as the Swimming Cat) is a rare, naturally occurring breed of cat originally found in the Lake Van region of eastern Turkey.
		Their numbers have diminished, but both the Vans and the Turkish Angora, (which is a separate breed with different characteristics from central Turkey) are under the protection of the Turkish government and are bred at the Ankara Zoo.
		Turkish Vans have been living in their native Anatolia for thousands of years and various references to "white ringtail" cats through history show this.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Turkish_Van (1103 words)

	Turkish Angora Cat Breed Information
		The Turkish Angora (Turkish: Ankara Kedisi) is a breed of domestic cat.
		Turkish Angoras are one of the ancient, naturally-occurring cat breeds, having originated in central Turkey, in the Ankara region.
		Angoras love to bathe with their owners (another link to the cousin Turkish Van cat, which is known as "the swimming cat").
	www.usapetstoday.com /Turkish_Angora.htm (743 words)

	Cats and Kittens Magazine Turkish Angora Breed Profile
		The typical Angora cat did not officially arrive in the United States until 1962 when Liesa F. Grant, whose husband was an army colonel stationed in Turkey, imported a pair of Angoras from the zoo in Ankara.
		Today the Angora is accepted in a multitude of colors by all cat registries in North America, but as CFA's registration figures indicate, Angora registrations have been decidedly skewed to the white.
		Ironically, even though the white Turkish Angora is its county's national cat and may not be exported without government say-so, visitors to Turkey report the white Angoras are seldom seen outside the zoo, private breeders' houses and some merchants' shops, where white cats are kept proudly as mascots.
	www.petpublishing.com /catkit/breeds/angora.shtml (1986 words)

	Turkish Angora - Turkish Angora Cat - Turkish Angora Cat Breed
		Turkish Angora is pure, natural breed of cat famous for its swimming prowess.
		The Angora was introduced in Europe in early 17th century and in America in the late 18th century.
		Turkish Angora are very devoted to their humans and have a strong bonding with them.
	pets.iloveindia.com /cats/cat-breed/turkish-angora.html (218 words)

	Turkish Angora
		The Turkish Angora is a pure, natural breed of cat, originating probably from the Manul cat domesticated by the Tartars.
		The Turkish Angora was brought to the attention of the known world, when the crusaders returning from the “holy wars” in the east, brought them to Europe with other treasures garnered as spoils of war.
		The ideal Turkish Angora is a balanced, graceful cat with a fine, silky coat that shimmers with every movement, in contrast to the firm, long muscular body beneath it.
	www.us-tr.com /icerik/fauna/angora.html (1049 words)

	Turkish Angora
		The Turkish Angora is in conformity with Turkish Van a old breed, we can trace his history back to before the Middle Ages and we means it is basis of breed as Norwegian forestcats, Maine Coon and the Persian.
		The Turkish Angora was well-known in Europe in the 1600, where it contribute to development of the longhair-cats, but since fall and at last disappeared it completely.
		When the Turkish Angora is one of they oldest now living breeds, we that is why ought keep the breed pure of consideration to the breeding.
	home20.inet.tele.dk /soyadi/TurkishAngora.html (1019 words)

	Turkish Angora
		In the early part of the 20th Century, the Angora was used indiscriminately in breedings with Persians, finally disappearing from the scene as it became incorporated with that breed, known for a time simply as Longhairs.
		The hallmark of the Turkish Angora is refined, athletic grace.
		The Turkish Angora is now generally available in a full range of colours, having been accepted by CFA in any shade and pattern, except those that denote hybridization such as lavender, chocolate or the pointed pattern.
	www.moggies.co.uk /breeds/turkangora.html (666 words)

	Turkish Angora, Azima
		In 1978, after a long and often uphill struggle, colored Turkish Angoras were finally given the same Championship privileges as their white relatives.
		A lithe Turkish Angora sits up regally on its long, finely boned legs, a silken sheen of gossamer fur dripping from its slender, graceful neck, with its delicately pointed face and large, expressive, almond eyes with a crown of large, pointed, tufted ears set high atop its head.
		It is an exciting time to be working with Turkish Angoras, marveling as new colors, patterns and combinations are produced for the first time, watching as younger cat fanciers are drawn to the beauty and elegance, as well as the marvelous intelligence and loving personality of this ancient breed.
	www.turkish-angoras.com /articles1.html (1093 words)

	Turkish Angora
		The Turkish Angora is a scarce and somewhat misunderstood breed that originated centuries ago in Turkey.
		Angora fanciers are also wont to speculate that the Turkish Angora "can probably trace its ancestry back to Noah's Ark," which is thought to have dropped anchor in Turkey.
		Turkish Angoras are playful without being pesty, sociable without being stuck to their owners all the time.
	www.netpets.com /cats/reference/archive/turkangor.html (464 words)

	Turkish Angora Cat (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		The Turkish Angora Cat is a domestic cat that originated in Ankara, Turkey.
		The Angora is a longhaired breed that comes in a large variety of colours.
		The Turkish Angora is a very ancient breed of cat.
	www.paralumun.com /catangora.htm (57 words)

	Choosing a Turkish Angora - PetPlace.com
		At first Angoras were highly prized, but gradually the Persian became the preferred type in the European cat fancy and Angoras could not be found outside their native land.
		Turkish Angoras form strong bonds of love and trust with their owners, and this is one of the traits that Angora fans particularly prize.
		Along with her cousin the Turkish Van, the Angora is known for her swimming prowess, and some have even been known to voluntarily plunge in the swimming pool for a dip.
	www.petplace.com /cats/choosing-a-turkish-angora/page1.aspx (1271 words)

	The Turkish Angora Article
		Cat lovers are enjoying a resurgence of a beautiful, elegant breed once thought to be extinct -- the Turkish Angora. In the last thirty years, due to new importation from Turkey, the breed's country of origin, the Turkish Angora has again taken its place among the favored pedigreed cats of the world.
		Turkish Angoras have roamed the countryside and villages of Turkey, virtually unchanged through many centuries. The character that has led to their survival is strongly instinctual and very intelligent. They are a very hardy breed, having few if any health problems.
		Angoras adore their owners, whom they will follow about the house trying to "help", no matter what the task. They are extremely inquisitive and must know exactly what you are doing at all times.
	www.geocities.com /Heartland/7231/angora_article.html (953 words)

	CFA Breed Article: Turkish Angora
		Though eye color has no points, a really fine Turkish Angora will also have rich, deep, clear eye color, whatever the color is. Perhaps the most definitive feature of the Turkish Angora is the large, extremely high-set, vertical and erect ears, which give it the alert expression which we hold so very dear.
		To see the ears of the Turkish Angora at their most glorious, one need only hold a feather or dangle a toy in front of the cat.
		The color of the Turkish Angora has been in dispute historically, and in some quarters still is. We would really like to put this subject to rest finally and completely.
	www.cfainc.org /breeds/profiles/articles/turkish-angora.html (1188 words)

	Antalya Cattery - Turkish Angora Cats "par excellence" (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		The Turkish Angora was brought to the attention of the known world when the Crusaders, returning from the "holy wars" in the east, brought them to Europe with other treasures garned as spoils of war.
		In the early 20th century the Angora was extensively crossbred with Persians, leading eventually to the virtual extinction of the breed in both countries.
		The ideal Turkish Angora is a balanced, graceful medium sized cat with a fine, silky coat that shimmers with every movement, in contrast to the firm, long muscular body beneath it.
	www.turkishangora.ca /antalyacattery.html (1034 words)

	Cat Fanciers: Turkish Angora: Cat Breed FAQ DRAFT (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		GENERAL: the ideal Turkish Angora is a balanced, graceful cat with a fine, silky coat that shimmers with every movement, in contrast to the firm, long muscular body beneath it.
		The Turkish Angora is recognized in North America by the ACA, AACE, ACFA, CCA, CFA, CFF, TICA, and UFO registries.
		A breed called the 'Angora' is recognized in the UK by the GCCF, but it is a man-made 'recreation' and not a true Turkish Angora.
	www.fanciers.com /breed-faqs/turkish-angora-faq.shtml (983 words)

	Turkish Angora: FBRL Breed Page
		The Turkish Angora is a semi-longhaired cat that originated in Turkey.
		Some Turkish Angora breeders import cats from Turkey, where they are still highly prized.
		In GCCF, the breed "Angora" not a Turkish Angora, but is more similar to the breed known as Oriental Longhair in the United States.
	www.breedlist.com /turkish-angora-breeders.html (344 words)

	Breed Article: Turkish Van
		I also tell them that the Turkish Van cat outside of Turkey is described as a large, muscular, longhair cat with odd-eyes, blue eyes or amber eyes, and that this cat is white with color on the head and tail, and that sometimes random body spots are present.
		Turkish Vans were imported into the United States in the early 1970’s, and some were brought in from Turkey by servicemen who had been stationed there.
		Turkish Vans were accepted for showing in the Miscellaneous class in May 1988 for the 1988-1989 show season.
	www.cfainc.org /breeds/profiles/articles/turkish-van.html (4980 words)

	Turkish Angora - Breed Profile
		Today's Turkish Angora owes its existence to organisations like Ankara Zoo, from where cats were imported into the USA in the late sixties, and thence to Europe.
		Turkish Angoras can be found with a variety of different coat colours, varying from pure white to tortie/tabby/shaded combinations as well as self coloureds.
		In the United Kingdom the Turkish Angora is not yet recognised by the dominant registering body, the GCCF, so owners wishing to exhibit their cats do so at shows organised by Felis Britannica under FIFe rules, or at shows affiliated to the International Cat Association (TICA).
	www.turkishcatsociety.co.uk /angora.html (474 words)

	Turkish Angora Kittens for Sale, Turkish Angora Breeders
		Our Turkish Angora breeders can also refer you on to other cat breeders they know of, perhaps closer to you.
		The Turkish Angora is a long, lithe cat with a silky, fine coat.
		The Turkish Angora is not just a pretty face; the cat is athletic and intelligent, sociable and affectionate.
	www.pets4you.com /turkishangoras.html (239 words)

	Turkish Angora - Talk Pets! Forums
		The Turkish Angora is one of the oldest breeds, arguably the first longhair breed.
		The reason the Turkish government protected only the white Angora is probably due to the legend surrounding the Prophet Mohammed's cat, Muezza.
		Turkish Angoras come in any color except those associated with the Siamese, such as seal-point.
	www.talkpets.com /forums/showthread.php?t=2656 (311 words)

	Turkish Angora
		Buffon described it as the "solid white, longhaired cat of Angora." In the 19th century, after contributing to the development of the Persian (to which the Turkish Angora transmitted the gene responsible for long hair), the breed almost disappeared as a result of the remarkable popularity of Persians.
		The breed was officially recognized by the C.F.A. in 1973, and by the F.I.Fe in 1988.
		The Turkish Angora is extremely affectionate and gentle.
	www.furrycritter.com /resources/cats/Turkish_Angora.htm (454 words)

	Turkish Angora
		The white variety of the Angora Cat was often felt to be the only true representative of this breed and the Ankara Zoo established a breeding program of whites.
		A great Turkish Angora cat is a balanced and graceful with a fine, silky coat that shines with a firm, long, and muscular body.
		The body of the Angora should be medium size, but the fine structure of the bones, its balance, slender and graceful appearance are more important than the cats size.
	www.catsunited.com /html/turkish_angora.html (518 words)

	Turkish Angora - Love My Pet
		The Turkish Angora is a muscular cat, less Oriental in body type than the traditional Angora.
		The Turkish Angora has a distinct ruff and long, plumed tail.
		Traditional Angoras became very scarce in their native Turkey, prompting the Turkish government to set up a breeding program at the Ankara Zoo, which expanded worldwide beginning in the 1960's.
	www.lovemypet.com.au /advice/catbreeds/turkishangora.htm (234 words)

	epets.ca - turkish angora
		As early as the 15th century, the Ankara or Angora cat lived near Ankara, the capital of Turkey, and then rapidly spread to France and England.
		Turkish Angoras are traditionally white in colour, but can also be a variety of solid, tabby, smoke, calico, bicolor and tortoiseshell colours.
		Turkish Angoras are intelligent, playful, friendly and interested in games, including fetching, hide-and-seek and even water games.
	www.epets.ca /cats/breeds/turkang/index.html (230 words)

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	www.cats.petsculture.com /turkishangoracat (1654 words)

	Turkish Angora Information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-02)
		The Turkish Angora, as known today, is the most outgoing, beautiful, affectionate, intelligent breed known.
		Style: The Turkish Angora is a small to medium-sized cat with a graceful, elegant style.
		The Turkish Angora is accepted in all colors for show, except pointed or colors indicating hybridization with pointed cats.
	www.thepetprofessor.com /breed_profiles/cats/turkish_angora.aspx (375 words)

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